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Blackstone Publishing proudly announces the release of GRANDMA SAYS: WAKE UP, WORLD! The Wisdom, Wit, Advice, and Stories of “GRANDMA AGGIE” [Blackstone Publishing; December 1, 2015], by Taowhywee, Agnes Baker Pilgrim, the oldest living member of the Takelma Tribe. GRANDMA SAYS: WAKE UP, WORLD! is part of Blackstone’s Voices of a Generation series, and will be simultaneously released in print paperback, e-book, and audiobook formats.

Ashland, Oregon (PRWEB)October 15, 2015

Honored as a “Living Cultural Legend” by the Oregon Council of the Arts, Agnes Baker Pilgrim known as “Grandma Aggie” is a spiritual leader with 91 years of real-life experience and wisdom valuable for readers of every age. Grandma Aggie shares her childhood memories of her tribe and the strength and forgiveness she had to find within herself growing up in an area where many public places had signs that said “No Dogs and Indians Allowed”.

In this captivating work by one of the most important leaders of the First Nation and of the world, Grandma Aggie’s powerful insights into ourselves and our world will help readers navigate the tough issues in our society today, including bullying, teen suicide, drugs and alcohol, our relationship with the environment, and how to handle physical and emotional pain. Grandma Aggie’s infectious gratitude and no-nonsense advice provides listeners with a blueprint for living life together in harmony, laughter, and peace.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

TAOWHYWEE, AGNES BAKER PILGRIM is a Native American spiritual elder from Grants Pass, Oregon. The oldest member of her tribe, the Takelma, she has been honored as a “Living Treasure” by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz and as a “Living Cultural Legend”. She is also the chairperson and one of the founders of the International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers.